Government
By DAWN MILLER
May 29, 2025
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Middlesex County is holding a residential paper shredding in the parking lot of Spotswood High School on Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to noon or until the truck is filled. This shredding event is for Middlesex County residents only. It is not for local businesses. Residents can ...
CLARK, NJ —On Tuesday, June 3, at 7 p.m., the Clark Municipal Alliance, the Township's drug awareness program, is holding a workshop entitled “15 Minute Child Break” at Carl H. Kumpf Middle School, located at 59 Mildred Terrace.The program is supported by the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The Hasbrouck Heights Council passed the following as part of its May 27th meeting of the Mayor and Council.Minutes from the Work & Regular Session on 5/13/25Communications Thank you note from the Hasbrouck Heights Middle School/High School to the Borough Council for the ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Ridgewood Open Space Committee sent a letter to the Ridgewood Village Council recommending a ballot referendum for the general election in November 2025 to adjust the Open Space tax in the village. This referendum was discussed at Wednesday night’s council workshop meeting.The ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ – Although the council was only voting to introduce the bike lanes project for the Montrose and Church Street area, numerous residents called in to support it. A couple of people called in to express concern about losing eight parking spots in the area and speeding traffic there.
ROXBURY, NJ - The Roxbury Mayor and Council on May 27 formally recognized Samantha Landis for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, noting her historical distinction as the first female Eagle Scout in the township.Before presenting Landis with a formal proclamation, Roxbury Mayor Shawn Potillo said, ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Borough of Chatham Council has moved quickly to meet the state's mandated deadline for submitting its fourth-round affordable housing plan by the end of June, with a June 18th Special Planning Board Meeting set to hold a public hearing and vote.Chatham residents, trying to catch ...
MADISON, NJ - Madison Mayor Bob Conley has directed all borough flags to be flown at half staff today, Wednesday, May 28, in honor and memory of William J. Blair. Blair, a lifelong Madisonian, worked for 34 years in the Parks Department, ensuring that all parks were maintained to his high standards.
Morristown, NJ —During Tuesday’s town council meeting, the 2025 Municipal Budget was adopted by the Morristown council.“It’s a good budget but I think we have to be prepared and don’t let the residents of this town get too comfortable with not seeing tax increases,” Council Member Robert Iannaccone ...
TRENTON, NJ: Dozens of young leaders from YMCA Youth and Government programs across New Jersey gathered at the Statehouse last week, urging lawmakers to restore $1 million in the state’s proposed FY2026 budget to expand access to life-saving swim lessons and civic education in less-served ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – Mayor Al Morgan read two proclamations at the Tuesday, May 27 Council meeting. The first proclamation declared June 6 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day. The second proclamation recognized Unity Day to be celebrated on June 7 from 4-6 pm at the New Providence High School.
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Borough Council introduced a bond ordinance to fund various capital improvements this year at its Tuesday, May 27 meeting. The council also heard a short update on the latest round of affordable housing obligations.The proposed $15 million bond ordinance is set to cover ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – Residents, officials, veterans, and families gathered on Memorial Day in New Providence to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces.Before the ceremony began in earnest, heartfelt words of ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton city leaders on Tuesday got an update on the latest changes in the massive redevelopment plan for the downtown 30-acre government campus. City staff are recommending “more robust public green space” and relocating tennis courts to a separate location as part of the ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education is actively working with Mayor James Barberio to finalize a landmark agreement that could bring millions in additional funding to the local school district.In a recent statement, a Board member confirmed it is in discussions with the ...
PARAMUS, NJ - Mayor Christopher DiPiazza proclaimed last week, May 18-24, as Emergency Medical Services week. EMS Day is observed on May 18 and marks the beginning of EMS week. “I have a proclamation recognizing May 18-24 as Emergency Medical Services week," Mayor DiPiazza said at the most recent ...
ALBANY, NY — Retired Brig. Gen. Arthur G. Austin Jr., who resides in Cuba, was recognized as the 2025 New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame honoree for the 57th Senate District during a ceremony in the Capitol Building Tuesday. A decorated veteran and distinguished leader, Austin’s career ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Bridgewater Township finally has a municipal budget for 2025.The town council introduced the $51 million budget at a special meeting May 27.The total cost of the budget was given as $51,401,645, an increase of 0.82% from last year’s $50,979,396 budget. The sewer fund came in at ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Bridgewater Township Council unanimously approved a resolution to oppose legislation that they say represents an overreach by the state into local land use authority and a dismantling of home rule, according to a release from the town.The legislation is sponsored by Sen. Troy ...
FAIRFIELD, NJ – Fairfield Mayor William Galese and Police Chief Anthony Manna reported the passing of former Fairfield Special Police Officer Nicholas Sierchio on May 12. Sierchio served the township for over 38 years. He was a special police officer, court security officer and township emergency ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The average tax bill in Hasbrouck Heights will go up $489.33, according to the Budget Presentation made by Hasbrouck Heights CFO David Sireci to the general public at the May 27th meeting of the Hasbrouck Heights Mayor and Council.The average increase, which is based on an ...
PARAMUS, NJ - The Board of Adjustment meeting, scheduled for Thursday, June 12, is canceled.
MELBOURNE, FL – The Melbourne City Council approved a resolution Tuesday to rename Triangle Park in honor of former attorney Paul Gougelman, who died on February 4, 2025.Council Member Mark LaRusso initiated the renaming. He said, “Paul was such an influence on this city and on me as well ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — This month, the Plainfield City Council passed an ordinance granting a tax exemption to an LLC that plans to convert 7 small, city-owned lots to homes whose buyers would benefit from down payment assistance and the tax break. All the lots are west of Park Avenue.The seven ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The township council approved the 2025 Hamilton Street Special Improvement District (SID) budget Tuesday night, following questions during public comment from local business owners and residents about the $34,268 annual assessment.The assessment, which targets commercial properties, ...
NEWTON, NJ – During this week several roads in Newton will be paved, according to town officials. The schedule includes daytime and night work.Day work:Wednesday, May 28 – Paterson Avenue from Merriam Avenue to Sussex StreetWednesday, May 28 – Merriam Avenue from Pine Street to Sparta ...
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) announced that New Jersey will receive $266,000 in federal funding through the BEACH Act to monitor water quality at coastal beaches and notify the public when conditions are unsafe for swimming. The grant is part of a nationwide $9.7 ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – During the recent meeting, WeCare president Joe Pannullo provided the town council meeting with an update on his organization’s activities. “WeCare will commission its own floodplain study. The reason is to demonstrate on record that downhill areas known to flood present a great ...
RANDOLPH, NJ - The Randolph Township Council held a Regular Town Hall meeting on Thursday, May 15, 2025.The public portion of the meeting opened with two Proclamations made by Mayor Joe Hathway.The first Proclamation recognizes and honors three Randolph resident Eagle Scouts, Logan D. Battaglia, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - New Jersey’s beloved beaches are set for another season of safe and clean waters, thanks to a $266,000 federal grant announced today by Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06). The funding, provided through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s BEACH Act, will support water ...